Sears 917.25591 Lubricating Grease Amdex NO, t, Sears Part no R, 8o Clean Battery and Terminals

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LUBRICATION

(_ SPINDLE

C'2_WHEEL BEARINGS--

BOTH ENDS OF

FOOT PEDAL SHAFI'

OSAE MOTOR OIL

EXTREME PRESSURE

LUBRICATING GREASE AMDEX NO, t, SEARS PART NO. 2557R

QREFER TO ENGINE OIL SPEC'S. (UNDER INITIAL PREPARATION

IN OWNERS MANUAL)

7.CHECK BATTERY

a, Electrolyte solution levei in each Battery Cell should be even with bottoms of tubes in ceils (Fig, 39)o Add dis- tilled water if necessary,, NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL°

b, Keep Battery and Terminals clean. Refer to step 8,

c.Keep Battery Bolts tight,,

d.Keep Vent Caps tight and small vent holes in Caps

open.

e_ Recharge SLOWLY at 3 amperes if necessary.

8o CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the Battery and Terminals cause the Battery to "leak" power and hinders the operation of

the charger.

a. Remove the Battery from the Tractor and wash with four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water,

NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET THE SODA

SOLUTION INTO THE CELLS. Rinse the Battery with pfain water, dry and reinstall on Tractor.

b. Clean terminals and cable ends with a wire brush until

bright. Replace Battery Cables. Coat terminal connec- tions with Vasoline.

/'SPINDLE (_

_ _WHEEL BEARINGS @

ENGINE (_)

--BOTH ENDS LIFT SHAFT (_)

TRANSAXLE

--(CHECK LEVEL AT REAR FILL PLUG) !(_

SEE PAGE 14 FOR MOWER LUBRICATION.

CUT-AWAY VIEW

VENT CAP

}ATTERY

. TUBE

FIGURE 39

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1.CLEAN ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from Engine Cooling Fins to prevent Engine damage from overheating (Fig. 41). Air Guide Covers must be removed (Fig, 40)_

2.MUFFLER

Do not operate the tractor without a Muffler (Fig. 40) or tamper with the exhaust system° Damaged Mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodi-

cally and repJace if necessary° If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50

hours for cleaning and inspection. R_plaee if damaged.

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AIR

SCREEN

FIGURE 40

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917.25591 specifications

The Sears 917.25591 is a robust lawn tractor that has earned a solid reputation among gardening enthusiasts and homeowners alike. Known for its reliability and impressive features, this model is ideal for tackling various landscaping tasks, from mowing to hauling. One of the standout characteristics of the 917.25591 is its powerful engine. Typically equipped with a Briggs & Stratton engine, this lawn tractor delivers the performance needed to handle tough grass and uneven terrain with ease. The engine provides a good balance between power and fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for regular lawn maintenance.

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